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Jim Gordon: Talks About His Studio Drumsets (1982)

Posted on March 26, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Excerpt #4 from my January 11, 1982 interview with Jim Gordon. We were talking about how Jim approached and prepared for studio sessions. Then I asked Jim what drumsets he used in the studios.

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Frankie Dunlop: Sneaking Into Theater to Hear Gene Krupa’s Big Band 

Posted on March 25, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Excerpt from Scott K Fish interview with Frankie Dunlop on October 16, 1984 in New York City. In this part, Frankie shares his method, as an underage music lover, for sneaking into a Buffalo, NY theater to hear … Continue reading →

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Tony Williams: ‘The Joy Of Flying’ Four-Star Review

Posted on March 21, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF: A piece of historical perspective this morning. Down Beat‘s 1979 four star review of Tony Williams’s The Joy of Flying album.

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Hans Zimmer: Music is a Conversation

Posted on March 19, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF: I love this trailer. Everything Hans Zimmer says about writing a film score is in sync with my concept of playing drums. Having a conversation. Bingo!

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Bill Bruford: ‘There is No Regular Set-Up’

Posted on March 19, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: For me, this 1984 Simmons Drums ad captures Bill Bruford‘s pioneering drumming spirit — plus it’s a memorable photo. Always a contemporary player, with a knowledge and love of drumming history, and a fearless curiosity. Even when Bruford’s … Continue reading →

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